Authentic Mexican Salsa Verde
Bright, zesty, and bursting with authentic flavors, this Mexican Salsa Verde is a quick and easy recipe that will elevate your dishes to the next level. Made with fresh tomatillos, spicy jalapeños, aromatic garlic, and fragrant cilantro, this traditional green salsa perfectly balances tangy, spicy, and herbal notes. Simmered to perfection and blended smooth with a splash of lime juice for a pop of citrusy freshness, this vibrant condiment pairs beautifully with tacos, grilled meats, tortilla chips, or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this homemade salsa is a must-try for anyone seeking to recreate the authentic flavors of Mexico in their own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 medium Tomatillos
- 2 medium Jalapeños
- 0.5 medium White onion
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 large Lime
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them under warm water to remove any sticky residue.
Place the tomatillos in a medium saucepan along with the jalapeños. Cover them with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the tomatillos turn a darker green and are soft to the touch.
Drain the tomatillos and jalapeños using a colander and let them cool slightly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, garlic, and cilantro.
Squeeze the juice of the lime into the blender and add the salt and water.
Blend the mixture until smooth, adjusting the consistency with additional water if too thick.
Taste and adjust the salt or lime juice as desired.
Transfer the salsa verde to a bowl and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to a week in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2376 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1420 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
